Living on Faith, Hope & Love

Amanda is our 15 year old daughter who has touched the hearts of many people. She is the love of our life that has taught us how to live life to the fullest. We are thankful for today because we don't know what tomorrow will bring.

Amanda has Dravet Syndrome. Dravet Syndrome is a rare and catastrophic form of epilepsy that begins in infancy and is characterized by multiple and frequent seizure types. There is no cure for Dravet Syndrome and seizure control is difficult. This syndrome causes every type of seizure, as well as progressive mental and physical developmental delays. She is currently on 3 anti-epileptic drugs (depakote, onfi & topamax) and the Modified Atkins Diet to help control her seizures.

Thank you for giving us HOPE FOR AMANDA!

September 22nd, 2018

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Busse Woods, Grove #4

Near Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, Illinois

Thank you to everyone that joined Amanda's A Team at the 2017 DSF Steps Toward A Cure: Schaumburg!

As you read through Amanda's site, please know that we want to help other families going through similar situations. We are not medical professionals but have experienced a lot during the Dravet journey. We are available for questions related to Dravet Syndrome, epilepsy, myoclonic seizures, sensory issues, the Ketogenic Diet and the Modified Atkins Diet. Please e-mail us at jbniemi@sbcglobal.net.

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